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New Year’s Sparkle Slime Recipe

December 25, 2022 by Jody Leave a Comment

When trying to decide on some fun New Years activities for the kids they suggested a glittery slime so we came up with this New Years Sparkle Slime Recipe to pass the time! Slime is activity king in my house, how about yours? Of course, anything that has flash, sparkle, and glitter is going toRead More

The Heart of Christmas: A Christian Alternative to Elf on the Shelf for your kids.

Heart of Christmas: A Christian Alternative to Elf on the Shelf

November 21, 2022 by Jody 11 Comments

Are you looking for a Christian alternative to Elf on the Shelf? If you are looking for ways to turn your child’s heart to the true meaning of Christmas this year, our Heart of Christmas may provide some inspiration.   I love Christmas! The gift giving, baking, decorating, family, friends, finding a big fresh tree- all ofRead More

How to Make Homemade Air Freshener Spray

How to Make Homemade Air Freshener Spray

May 20, 2022 by Jody 7 Comments

Use this tutorial on how to make homemade air freshener spray to make your own custom-scented room spray. It is inexpensive and the scent in your home sets the mood and is one of the first impressions guests will take in when they step into your home. Making your own homemade air freshener spray is well..”aRead More

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Garden Dirt Slime Recipe

May 15, 2022 by Jody Leave a Comment

This Garden Dirt Slime Recipe may be the dirtiest good clean fun your child has this spring! What kid doesn’t like digging in the dirt a little bit? I don’t blame them, I adore it too. This Garden Dirt Slime Recipe is great when they have to be indoors and need something fun and creativeRead More

25 Ideas for Summer Boredom Boxes - Here are 25 ideas to keep your kids occupied this summer - perfect for days when your kids can't think of anything to do.

25 Ideas for Summer Boredom Boxes

May 13, 2022 by Jody 1 Comment

Kids already complaining about being bored? These 25 ideas for summer boredom boxes with keep them entertained with things you already have on hand. It’s here, I thought I had more time but before I knew it summer was here. And it has brought with it the constant refrain of “Mom there’s nothing to do!”Read More

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DIY Embossed Terra Cotta Pot

May 2, 2022 by Jody 13 Comments

Turn a simple terra cotta pot into an elegant Embossed Terra Cotta Pot. This is an easy DIY planter for your indoor and outdoor plants. I love the look of pretty embossed pots at the home improvement stores but the price tags can be a little bit ridiculous. Even a moderately small pot had aRead More

shamrock rice krispy treats recipe for st. patricks day

Shamrock Rice Krispie Treats

February 20, 2022 by Jody 6 Comments

When you need something sweet to wish luck to family and friends these Shamrock Rice Krispie Treats are just the thing to whip up. Rice Krispie treats are a classic for a reason, they are buttery, sweet, crunchy, and very addicting! Add a little festive holiday flair to create these Shamrock Rice Krispie Treats andRead More

How to Make Snow Paint

January 2, 2022 by Jody Leave a Comment

From the first snow to the last spring snow there are a lot of days to fill in the winter, get the kids outside for some fun, we are showing you How to Make Snow Paint. Who knew that you and the kids could have so much fun in the snow with just a squeezeRead More

Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix

December 2, 2021 by Jody Leave a Comment

Let the kids mix up a batch of this delicious hot chocolate mix to give out as gifts! This Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe is as wonderful to give as a gift, as it is to drink. Sweet, creamy,  and chocolate-y it is so much better than the store-bought packets. When kids are able to make homemade ChristmasRead More

Grinch Dust Recipe

December 1, 2021 by Jody 3 Comments

This Grinch Dust Recipe is sure to keep the lack of holiday spirit at bay! Even though his heart grew at the end of the story we don’t want to take any chances, do we? While simple to put together this Grinch Dust is a fun tradition to start with your child to keep Christmas magicRead More

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Homemade Mint Lemonade

May 16, 2021 by Jody 2 Comments

What is more refreshing than lemonade on a hot day? Homemade Mint Lemonade! Lemonade is a ridiculously refreshing treat when the temperatures start rising fast. That delicious combo of tart and sweet can help combat even the hottest and stickiest of days. But don’t go reaching for a plastic canister of ready-made lemonade when itRead More

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Homemade Soothing Summer Face Mist

May 12, 2021 by Jody 4 Comments

This DIY Soothing Summer Face Mist is a must this summer! The natural ingredients in the face mist will pamper your skin after a day in the sun and sand. Dry desert air, salty beach breezes, ocean water, sweat, sand, and chlorine all the things we love about summer, but can wreak the most havocRead More

How to Make Butterfly Nectar

April 26, 2021 by Jody 26 Comments

Use this recipe for how to make butterfly nectar to make butterfly food to place in your yard. Besides the myriad of beautifully colored and wonderfully scented flowers that you can plant throughout your garden and yard, there are a few other things you can do to draw butterflies in and keep them coming back.  MakingRead More

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St. Patrick’s Day Golden Slime Recipe

February 18, 2021 by Jody Leave a Comment

This St. Patrick’s Day Golden Slime Recipe might just give you the luck o’ the Irish.   You don’t have to go looking for the end of the rainbow to find a pot of gold you can make it yourself with this St. Patrick’s Day Golden Slime Recipe. Golden liquid shimmers and creates a fun andRead More

DIY Scented Fire Starters

November 17, 2020 by Jody Leave a Comment

These DIY scented fire starters contain cinnamon, cloves, and allspice to give your home a lovely holiday scent. These cute little DIY scented fire starters are made mostly from items that would probably be tossed in the trash. However, when they are repurposed and packaged in these fire starters, they become useful and smell amazing. Take them alongRead More

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Easy Garlic Refrigerator Pickles

June 12, 2020 by Jody 22 Comments

 This garlic refrigerator pickles recipe is a quick and easy way to make pickles! Going forward with our series on making the most of your produce, here is another fabulous way of preparing and using up fresh produce.  I love canning but I don’t always have the time or feel like setting up supplies forRead More

Cloth Napkin Tutorial

Simple DIY Cloth Napkin Tutorial

March 24, 2020 by Jody Leave a Comment

Want to reduce your consumption of paper products? Use this quick and easy DIY cloth napkin tutorial to make your own napkins. We live in a world where everything is disposable, which means we don’t need to take care of things because there is another one ready to take its place.  I am striving not only to beRead More

DIY Peppermint Toilet Bombs- These little bombs will help your toilets look clean and smell fresh. Just drop one in and watch the fizzing action go to work!

DIY Peppermint Toilet Bombs

November 3, 2019 by Jody 11 Comments

Make a batch of these DIY Peppermint Toilet Bombs, then use them to cut down on the work of cleaning your toilet. Toilets. They are a dirty job but someone has to clean them, and it’s usually me!  I need a product that gets the toilets clean, smells good, and is safe around my kidsRead More

These Pool Noodle Pumpkins are an easy and frugal fall craft for kids. Pool Noodle Pumpkins can also be used for learning activities and imaginative play.

DIY Pool Noodle Pumpkins and Activities for Kids

September 24, 2019 by Jody 2 Comments

These DIY Pool Noodle Pumpkins are a fun fall craft to make with kids. There are also many ways for your little ones to use them for educational activities and games this fall. Pool noodles are being discounted as summer comes to a close and now is a great time to grab up a halfRead More

Italian Baked Spaghetti Squash- Have you tried using spaghetti squash in place of noodles? Gather your favorite Italian toppings to bake this tasty recipe!

Italian Baked Spaghetti Squash

September 19, 2019 by Jody 1 Comment

This easy Italian Baked Spaghetti Squash recipe can be served in the squash shell! If you have not yet tried spaghetti squash in place of noodles you will definitely want to give it a try with this recipe. If you have tried it and are already a fan, then you will want to add thisRead More

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On Premeditated Leftovers I share simple recipes made with whole foods, practical shopping tips, time saving techniques, and meal planning strategies. I also share tips for minimizing food waste, so more of the food that is purchased ends up on the table.

While volunteering as a budget counselor, I realized that food is the element of most people’s budgets where they have the greatest control. I set out to develop low-cost recipes from scratch to prove it’s possible to create delicious meals on a limited budget. Eating well while spending less is about more than just creating recipes using inexpensive ingredients; it’s about creatively combining ingredients so you don’t feel deprived and are inspired to stick to your budget.

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